Our Master of Biostatistics is offered in conjunction with the Biostatistics Collaboration of Australia (BCA) and delivered mostly online. You will:

learn from leading teachers and biostatisticians Australia-wide

study statistical theory and methods

apply your learning to problems in professional practice

build career skills through workplace research placements.

Where could it take you?

You’ll emerge fully qualified for registration. You could work for a pharmaceutical or biotech company. You’ll be in high demand in medical and epidemiological research, and government departments and agencies. Perhaps you’ll help design and execute world-changing clinical trials while sharing your knowledge as a university teacher.

Domestic applicants

Selection Criteria

Graduate entry

Graduate Entry

A completed four-year degree or equivalent.

Additional Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to meet an acceptable standard in Maths Proficiency. The selection process also considers qualifications/experience in a relevant field and includes an interview with the Program Coordinator. Applicants must contact the Discipline of Public Health on 8313 4637 to arrange an appointment with the program co-ordinator.

Scholarships

Career Readiness

The Master of Biostatistics will allow you to develop a specialist career role in health-related research or health services. Biostatistical expertise is in very high demand in many areas. Possible job settings include:

Medical and epidemiological research

The pharmaceutical industry

Government departments and agencies

The Masters degree also provides a great grounding for PhD and other higher degree research programs.

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